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Are you ready for this EK or the Olympics? With these recipes you are!

As the start of the EK season is around the corner, it’s time to celebrate with something vibrant, refreshing, and unique. What better way to do this than with a delightful fusion of citrus and coffee? Orange coffee is the perfect blend of zesty and rich flavors, creating a refreshing twist to your usual caffeine fix. Here are three exquisite orange coffee recipes that will invigorate your senses and get you in the EK (or for our Dutchies the Olympics) spirit.

1. Iced Dark Chocolate Orange Espresso

Ingredients:

• 2 oz espresso
• 2 tsp dark chocolate sauce
• 1 tsp orange extract
• 1/2 cup of milk of your choice
• ice
• Orange zest for garnish
• Cocktail shaker

Instructions:

1. Brew fresh espresso and let it cool.
2. In a cocktail shaker, add ice, espresso, milk, chocolate syrup and orange extract.
3. Shake vigorously until well chilled.
4. Strain into a chilled glass, including ice.
5. Garnish with a twist of orange zest.

Why It’s Perfect for EK:
This sophisticated cocktail is ideal for a celebratory evening. The bold espresso pairs perfectly with the sweet and tangy orange extract, making it a festive choice for the EK season kickoff.

2. Ethiopian Rainbow Coffee

Ingredients:

• 1 shot of espresso
• 1 dl of Orange juice
• 2 cl of Jasmin syrup
• Ice cubes
• Lemon slice for garnish

Instructions:

1. Pour the Jasmine syrup in a glass
2. Fill the glass with ice cubes and pour the orange juice on it, you will get two layers
3. Brew the shot of espresso in the shaker, add some ice cubes and shake well.
4. Pour the cold coffee on top of the drink, now you will have three layers.
5. Decorate with Jasmine leaves.

Why It’s Perfect for EK:
This refreshing and simple drink is perfect for the warmer days of the EK season. The fresh orange juice brightens the strong espresso, making it a delightful and energizing drink.

3. Negroni Coffee

Ingredients:

• 15 ml Campari
• 15 ml Gin
• 15 ml Vermute Tinto
• 1 unit Orange zest
• 1 unites Ice cubes
• 1 shot of Espresso

Instructions:

1. Add the Campari, gin and Vermouth in a glass and stir well with a spoon.
2. Add ice cubes, orange zest and stir more.
3. Extract your espresso in a separate container and cool with ice.
4. Add the coffee to the glass and serve.

Conclusion

These three orange coffee recipes are sure to bring a splash of joy and flavor to your EK celebrations. Whether you prefer something strong and sophisticated, refreshing and light, cozy and comforting, or bubbly and fun, there’s an orange coffee drink here for every mood and occasion. Cheers!